• Research Coordinator I

    University of Florida (Gainesville, FL)


    Research Coordinator I

     

    Work type: Staff Full-Time

     

    Categories: Biology/Life Science, Social/Behavioral Science, Grant or Research Administration

     

    Department: 33070000 - HP-CLINICAL / HLTH PSYCHOLOGY

    Classification Title:

    Research Coordinator I

    Job Description:

    The position will assist the Active Mind study by conducting required study activities. These duties include but are not limited to coordinating day-to-day activities and ensuring the compliance of specific research studies. The employee will have office space in UF’s Communicore building within the Center for Cognitive Aging & Memory (CAM). In-person participant interactions will occur in the nearby McKnight Brain Institute CAM space and the MRI facilities.

    Job responsibilities include the following:

    + Conduct follow-ups with study participants.

    + Schedule, recruit, and retain study participants.

    + Send and support participant reminders (e.g., phone calls, mailings, etc.).

    + Assist with research and administrative tasks such as data entry and IRB documentation. Maintain tracking logs.

    + Assists with observation and training of newly hired employees during their initial onboarding over a period of 1-2 months, as needed.

    + Manage supplies and equipment.

    + Complete study schedules and activities according to protocols. Serve as back-up schedule coordinator.

     

    The general schedule is Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM. Extended hours may be necessary to meet the demands of this position.

    Expected Salary:

    $47,000 - $49,000 annually; commensurate with education and experience.

     

    The University of Florida (UF) offers an exceptional benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance; state retirement plans; a generous leave program; and tuition assistance. UF is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer. For more information on benefits, please visit UF HR Benefits and Rewards athttps://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/.

    Required Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + A bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field.

    + Experience with the administration of the National Alzheimer’s Coordinating Center (NACC) Uniformed Dataset (UDS) battery.

    + Experience as a research assistant using the Posit Science BrainHQ Cognitive Training suite.

    + Experience administering the Clinical Dementia Rating scale instrument.

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references.

     

    If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.

     

    Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

     

    This is a time-limited position.

     

    Health Assessment Required:Yes

     

    Advertised: 06 Jun 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

     

    Applications close: 13 Jun 2025 Eastern Daylight Time